Dear keshu,
The definition of woman under Section 2(o) of The Maternity Benefits Act, 1961 do not demarcate between married and unmarried woman. It defines the "woman" means a woman employed, whether directly or through any agency, for wages in any establishment. This is also evident from the fact that in the various Forms prescribed under Maternity Rules asks the name of the woman, wife/daughter of Sh X,Y or Z, and nothing else, which, I hope,clear your doubt and answer your query as well.
BS Kalsi
Member since Aug 2011